What to See & Do
Roquebrune-Cap-Martin Overall Appeal ★★★☆☆
| Name | Appeal | Type | Visit | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Village Itself | ★★★★☆ | Walking Around | Self | Free |
| 02 | Castle | ★★☆☆☆ | Castle + Panorama | Self | Paid |
| 03 | St. Marguerite Church | ★★☆☆☆ | Church | Self | Free |
| 04 | Olive Tree | ★☆☆☆☆ | Tree | Self | Free |
| 05 | Le Corbusier Tomb | ★☆☆☆☆ | Tomb + Panorama | Self | Free |
| 06 | Food Market | ★☆☆☆☆ | Food Market | Self | Free |
01. Village Itself
Appeal ★★★★☆
Type Walking Around
Visit Self
Cost Free
A picturesque village characterized by narrow, winding, and vaulted alleys, stone houses with flower-adorned facades, and charming squares. Roquebrune-Cap-Martin invites visitors to explore its medieval atmosphere. The hilltop setting also offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean coastline.
02. Castle
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Castle + Panorama
Visit Self
Cost Paid
The medieval castle, originally built in the 10th century, is partially in ruins, but the site features a well-preserved dungeon and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the village, the coastline and surroundings.
03. St. Marguerite Church
Appeal ★★☆☆☆
Type Church
Visit Self
Cost Free
This church originally dates back to the 13th century and was later expanded and remodeled over the following centuries. It is in the Baroque style, and its interior is richly decorated.
04. Olive Tree
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Tree
Visit Self
Cost Free
Located a little outside, to the east of the village, this large and remarkable olive tree is estimated to be over 2,000 years old.
05. Le Corbusier Tomb
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Tomb + Panorama
Visit Self
Cost Free
The famous 20th-century Swiss-French architect, Le Corbusier, rests with his wife in the village cemetery, which also offers a panoramic view of the surrounding area.
06. Food Market
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Food Market
Visit Self
Cost Free
The village food market takes place on Thursday mornings at Place des 2 Frères square.
